Chitra Shaw
Freelance Accountant & Bookkeeper
Kolkata
Summary
Detail-Oriented Accountant experienced in financial accuracy and tax preparation, with a strong focus on bookkeeping and financial reporting. Achieved significant reductions in outstanding accounts receivable and enhanced compliance through effective cash flow management and audit support. Collaborated with executive management on complex mergers and acquisitions, contributing to successful financial operations within large-scale organizations.
Overview
3
3
Languages
2
2
Certifications
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Self Employed
06.2011 - Current
- Managed day-to-day accounting processes, ensuring financial accuracy.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Collected financial information, prepared necessary documents, and closed books accurately and timely.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Followed up on overdue invoices, contributing to reduction of outstanding accounts receivable balances.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
Education
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting And Finance
University of Calcutta
Kolkata 04.2001 -
Skills
Accounting
Financial reporting
Financial statements
Financial analysis
Tax preparation
Tax return filing
Cash flow analysis
Auditing
Audit support
Bookkeeping
Data inputting
Time management
Accounts management
Certification
US Accounting
Timeline
US Tax Compliance
03-2026
US Accounting
10-2025
Accountant
Self Employed
06.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting And Finance
University of Calcutta
04.2001 -